I must admit. My little gallery is one of my most favorite places in the world. It's a bit funny, and strange. Which is probably why I love it all the more. I was in there late last night, trying to get things wrapped up, as I have a busy week in other realms. How is it that you can be wishing to be busier, and then be so busy, your head is bound to pop off of your body?
I feel so close to each and every piece. I do in fact make every piece in my little gallery/shop (to answer a few questions on that). So, it isn't exactly easy to part with everything. I know it is silly. Oh and, the big head sculptures/jelly bean holders are in their last stages of going into the kiln for the 2nd time. So, it looks like I will have them for the show. Here are a few pictures of my progress in the gallery…
The pics are a bit dark because I took these really early in the morning. I have yet to put in my jewel creations. I will save those for last. And, all the cards and prints are being finished up now….You know, the glitter. It never stops sparklin around here. Even when you want it to stop, for a bit of sparkle free air…
I made a dress for my mannequin. It is much deeper and lovelier color in person. I went up to pay for the silk (indian), and it was like, $21.99 a yard. YIKES! I had had 4 yards cut, not to mention, tons of others… Oh well….
I owe you better pictures. I am just delighted with my little curtains. I sewed little buttons on to each side for the ties. The next photos are just a montage of some of my favorite creations. Maybe they will end up in my Etsy shop? Now, that would be fun!
I am chewing and typing and getting dressed all at once. I have to run. But I have to tell you about something amazing that totally inspired my week!!!! The most generous loving MizSmoochielips sent me the greatest package!!!! Thank you sweet Tia!!!!! You made me happy, and I have almost eaten all the creamy mints! Oops…..Didn't save em for Easter.
Isn't that wonderful????? Now, I heard there is a heart thumping little thing happening with fairies in my garden…. I must go peek????? xxo,Vanessa
Everything is looking wonderful!
Typing, chewing and dressing all at once…Oh, you are a brilliant multi-tasker Miss V!
What lovely gifts and wrapped so beautifully too!
I love your pottery, and the curtains turned out so sweeeeet, with the pretty buttons and ribbons.
oh! i love those curtains! and your painting on newsprint. and your mousy mug and drink me cup. fun, fun, fun. and yes, indian silk is dreadfully expensive. why must it be so darn pretty?
Your studio is so gorgeous. If only I lived closer I could pop in and soak up the prettiness!
I am totally in love with the pink teacup with the little mouse!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hope it ends up in the shop!!!!!!!!!!!!xoxo
So much progress! And sparkle free air? Surely the air is never free of glitter around you. I got my own little card in the mail – and the print, the resident six-year old, Beatrice, LOVES it, wants to claim it. I think we will have to decroate an appropriate frame. Pass the pink paint and glitter.
Holy art dispenser, Batman,I mean Vanessa!!
I love the painting in the top pic of the blonde curly-haired damsel!I wonder if Mr Lovee,knows how lucky he is,I suspect he does!
so lovely!!! the “Hello Alice” cup made me giggle outloud. Your gallery is a place of magical wonderfulness!!!!! Loving the curtains!! Oh, who am i kidding, i am loving it ALL! 🙂
Oh you lovely girl! How do you have time to write to us?! Thank you I was missing all your loveliness! It all looks so fabulous! I love everything, I sure hope some makes it to your shop, I love all the pink and miss mousey’s cup? To die for! Best of luck with your show! P.S. Do you sleep at all?
Your little gallery is wonderful, you should be so proud…I’m proud just to know you!!!!
Those cups are amazing, as amazing is!!!!!!
No, its not silly to be a little sad to see something go. I had to send off two of my creatures from my etsy shop last week and I felt the same way.
I still love that dunce hat picture. It looks so nice up on the wall with friends to keep it company! I look forward to seeing how your giant face jar thingies turn out. They crack me up!
Your gallery is beautiful, as is your art. I love all of it! (And what a nice present from your friend). xo
OMygosh, LOL.. my keyboard is goign nuts on me and I’m clicking the wrong buttons. Oops. I was saaaaying, What what what do I see to the left of the cute bikini babe??? Is that the painting I want and covet and thought I couldn’t get cuz it was sold? be still my heart. Tell me it isn’t so?!! I love that one! So! Much! When I saw it in your “gallery” online I about cried! Is it sold? Are you selling it? Can it come home with me? *whine whine whine*
Heh heh, Love the teacups too!!!!
I love your gallery too! How neat is that!? All of your little treasures are amazing. THANKS for sharing it with us here! 🙂
xo,
Karen Beth 🙂
Love the pics of you little gallery. Love them!!! You have worked your head off!! The curtains with the ribbons and buttons are amazing. I adore how those turned out. I love how you have used scale with large pieces and small pieces perfectly mixed. It’s all wonderful! Good job!
I can’t believe it all. And you still have time to take photos and blog?!? You must be on cloud nine – it all looks wonderful.
Isn’t that how it alway is…life meandering along, and then BLAMO…everything is super busy! Well, it looks as if it is coming together quite well, the curtains are beautiful, and everything looks so light and sparkly…I love the Help Alice cup too…wonderful!
Your gallery looks beautiful, and so much work has gone into it! Congrats, love every detail including the buttons on the curtain tie. Your paintings are wonderful and I love that strawberry bowl!! Can’t wait to see your jewellery, I don’t think I’ve seen them before (maybe I should explore your archives)…
Your gallery looks LOVELY! I can hang out in there for days. I don’t think the pictures look bad at all.
Your studio looks so pretty and colorful. I love it. I look at your paintings and I itch to try to paint something again.
You have a lovely studio!
I wish mine has windows like this. Alas, it in the basement of my house so I have to settle for artificial light.
Vanessa!!! Okay I think I have discovered the secret to commenting without fail – I just have to be more patient!!!
Oh your gallery just looks divine – I adore it….. every last colour and glitter filled corner. You are so talented!! Those tea cups are divine – please say you will have some in your shop someday!!
You are so prolific – it looks like a lifetimes work!! So multi-multi gloriously talented. I am so glad I can visit even if it is in the ‘virtual world of the net’. Wonderful!! xxx
Oh if only you lived in British Columbia six lovely goddesses would descend on you buying your treasures with glee! Giggling while drinking in the wonderful crayon box of color that is your gallery!
Everything is beautiful to coin an old song!
Happy gallery day to you!
Hugs Sherrie